Things to do with kids in Leipzig

Things to do with kids in Leipzig

1. See

   Leipzig Zoo

   This is one of the largest and best known zoos in Germany. In a survey of zoos by Anthony Sheridan, it was ranked first in Germany and second in Europe. The new elephants' enclosure has a swimming pool where you can watch them bathing from under the water level. Visit the Gondwanaland tropical species exhibit, where animals and visitors are not separated by either fence or pane, and the monkey house.

   Adult €22

2. Do

   Parkeisenbahn am Auensee

   Take a ride on a miniature railway circling around the Lake Auensee in the northwest of the city.

   operates April–October, Mon–Sat 14:00–18:00, on Sun also 10:00–13:00·€6.50 for a family of 4

3. Do

   Rosental

   The second largest park of Leipzig is northwest of the city centre. From the Rosental you can get a glimpse into the zoo without having to pay the entrance fee (Zooschaufenster near the large meadow). Crossing Waldstraße and continuing in northwestern direction you will find a small hill with a watchtower on top.

4. See

   Schiller House

   Former home of the poet Friedrich Schiller. This is the (purported) place where he authored the "Ode to Joy".

   Apr-Oct: Tue-Sun 10:00–17:00; Nov-Mar: Wed-Sun 11:00–16:00·Adults €3, reduced €2, children free

5. See

   Schumann House

   Former house of musicians and composers Clara and Robert Schumann.

   Mon-Fri 14:00–18:00, Sat Sun 10:00–18:00 (sound space only opened on weekends)·Adults €5, children free

6. See

   Völkerschlachtdenkmal

   Monument to the Battle of the Nations

   At 91m tall, this is the biggest monument in Europe, commemorating the Battle of Leipzig in the Napoleonic Wars, in which the combined Prussian, Austrian, and Russian forces defeated Napoleon at a cost of 100,000 lives. The top platform can be visited (steep, narrow stairs). Every summer, the 'bath tub' race is held in the reflecting pool below. The monument itself was built for the first centennial of the battle and its design reflects the spirit of these times as well as numerous Masonic symbols given that the architect was a Freemason.

   Apr–Oct: 10:00–18:00, November–March 10:00–16:00·Adults €12, students & Leipzig Card holders €10, children under 6 free

7. See Not mapped

   Meyersche Häuser

   Herrmann Julius Meyer, owner of a publishing company, initiated in the late 19th century several development projects to provide adequate but cheap housing to factory workers and their families.

8. Do Not mapped

   Motets in St. Thomas Church

   Listen to the St. Thomas Boys Choir performing Bach's music in its original environment. Be aware that a guest choir may sing instead at any time as the St Thomas Choir travels a lot. Since the motet is primarily a musical form of devotion and not a musical performance for tourists, applause is uncommon and frowned upon.

   Fri 18:00 and Sat 15:00; unreserved seating, come early (church opens 45 min before)·Admission €2 (includes program); children free

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Leipzig (CC BY-SA 4.0).